Black Sesame & Gochujang Glazed Cauliflower “Wings”

A visually stunning, vegan-friendly “wing” with a complex, sticky glaze of nutty black sesame and spicy-sweet gochujang.

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 35 minutes | Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup all-purpose or rice flour
• 1/2 cup water or plant-based milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Glaze: 1/4 cup gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp black sesame seeds, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 clove garlic (minced).

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, water, and garlic powder into a smooth batter. Toss cauliflower florets until coated. Spread on the sheet and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Meanwhile, combine all glaze ingredients (except sesame seeds) in a small saucepan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Stir in half the sesame seeds.
4. Toss the par-baked cauliflower in the glaze. Return to the sheet and bake for another 10-15 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
5. Garnish with remaining sesame seeds and sliced green onions.